Xwi7xwa Archives has added the Verna J. Kirkness Fonds to Explore Archives, UBC’s descriptive database of archival materials, making this unique collection more accessible to scholars and researchers. Verna J. Kirkness is a member of the Fisher River Cree Nation in Manitoba, an associate professor emeritus at UBC and a renowned educator and Indigenous education […]

As part of UBC’s ongoing commitments to uplift Indigenous peoples and advance Indigenous rights, we are pleased to announce that the Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (ISI) Fund has been renewed with an additional $3 million. There will be three new rounds of funding, the first one being announced in Fall 2026. “The Indigenous Strategic Initiatives Fund […]

UBC Library recently announced Kayla Lar-Son, Métis, as Head of Xwi7xwa Library. She takes the helm of the branch library after serving as Acting Head for the past two years. The appointment is a five-year term and is subject to renewal. “Kayla has provided steady, thoughtful leadership and support for the branch throughout this time,” […]